Salient Features
The book on "Foundation of Operation Theatre Technology: A Comprehensive Guide to OT basics, Surgeries & Anaesthesia'," offers comprehensive insights into the core aspects of operating room technology. The Key features include:
· In-depth coverage: Detailed explanations of OT technology, surgical principles, anesthesiology, and sterilization techniques.
· Clear explanations: Complex concepts are broken down into easily understandable sections, making it accessible to students and professionals.
· Anesthesiology insights: Comprehensive coverage of anesthesia principles, types, and administration techniques.
· Surgical fundamentals: Thorough exploration of surgical procedures, instruments, and patient care.
· Sterilization protocols: Emphasis on infection control and sterilization procedures to ensure patient safety.
This book serves as a valuable resource for OT technicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in OT technology and patient care.
Section I: Anatomy & Physiology
Cahpter 1: Respiratory System: Implications for Anaesthesia Practice 3
Nazia Nazir, Neeraj Kumar
Chapter 2: Respiratory Mechanic 17
Vinay Kumar
Chapter 3: Fluids & Fluid Management 24
Nazia Nazir
Chapter 4: Blood & Blood Products 30
Nazia Nazir
Section II: General Principles of Anaesthesia
Chapter 1: Pre-anaesthetic Checkup 35
Savita Gupta
Chapter 2: Breathing System 39
Savita Gupta
Chapter 3: Anaesthetic Workstation 45
Savita Gupta
Section III: Types of Anaesthessia
Chapter 1: Introduction to General Anaesthesia 57
Santosh Verma
Chapter 2: Airway Assessment before Anesthesia 59
Santosh Verma
Chapter 3: Difficult Airway Assessment & Management 62
Vinay Kumar
Chapter 4: Airway Management for Cervical Spine Injury 65
Vinay Kumar
Chapter 5: Drugs used in General Anesthesia 67
Santosh Vermaxvi Contents
Section III B: Neuraxial Anaesthesia
Chapter 1: Introduction to Neuraxial Anaesthesia 77
Anupriya Saxena
Chapter 2: Anatomy of Spine 78
Anupriya Saxena
Chapter 3: Types of Neuraxial Anaesthesia 81
Anupriya Saxena
Chapter 4: Indications & Contraindications to Neuraxial Anaesthesia 82
Anupriya Saxena
Chapter 5: Equipments & Drugs Related to Neuraxial Anaesthesia 83
Anupriya Saxena
Chapter 6: Technique & Complications of Neuraxial Anaesthesia 88
Anupriya Saxena
Section III C: Regional Anaesthesia
Chapter 1: Introduction to Regional Nerve Blocks 95
Garima Sinha
Chapter 2: Equiments Related to Regional Anesthesia 96
Garima Sinha
Chapter 3: Drugs used in Regional Anesthesia 99
Garima Sinha
Chapter 4: Complications 101
Garima Sinha
Chapter 5: Common Regional Nerve Blocks 106
Garima Sinha
Section IV: Anaesthesia for Common Surgeries
Chapter 1: Anaesthesia for General Surgeries 117
Samiksha Khanuja
Chapter 2: Anaesthesia for Head & Neck Surgeries 120
Samiksha Khanuja
Chapter 3: Anaesthesia for Obstetric & Gynecologic Surgeries 122
Samiksha Khanuja
Chapter 4: Anaesthesia for Orthopedic Surgeries 125
Samiksha Khanuja
Chapter 5: Anaesthesia for Neurosurgery 129
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Chapter 6: Anaesthesia for Pediatric & Neonatal Surgeries 131
Samiksha Khanuja
Chapter 7: Anaesthesia for Cardiothoracic Surgery 133
Samiksha Khanuja
Chapter 8: Anaesthesia for Robotic Surgery 135
Samiksha Khanuja
Section V: Miscellaneous Topics
Chapter 1: Fire Safety in OT 139
Ruchi Singh
Chapter 2: Anaphylaxis 142
Ruchi Singh, Savita Gupta
Chapter 3: Informed Consent 145
Ruchi Singh, Savita Gupta
Chapter 4: Sterilization & Disinfection 147
Ruchi Singh